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How to get fromCarol Stream to DeKalbby train, bus, car or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Carol Stream to DeKalb by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, line 12 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from West Chicago to ElburntrainUp-W
    2. Take the bus from Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 to Locust St at 2nd St - WB Stop #490bus12
    2h 4m
  2. Drive 33.4 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Carol Stream to DeKalbcar33.4 mi
    51 min
    $7–9
  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Carol Stream to DeKalbtaxi33.4 mi
    51 min
    $95–120

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Carol Stream, IL, USA and DeKalb, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Carol Stream to DeKalb. However, you can take the taxi to West Chicago, take the train to Elburn, walk to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, then take the line 12 bus to Locust St at 2nd St - WB Stop #490. Alternatively, you can drive from Carol Stream to DeKalb in around 51 min.

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